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TEAMSTER<br />
STRONG<br />
SPRING 2013
5<br />
12<br />
FEATURES<br />
6 6 th Annual Gala for Autism<br />
Breaks Fundraising Records<br />
12 O’Brien Plays Pivotal<br />
Role in UPS Contract<br />
Negotiations<br />
22 Meet the <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong><br />
Members that Help <strong>to</strong><br />
keep Woburn Running<br />
24 Bos<strong>to</strong>n Strong, Teamster<br />
Strong: <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> Provides<br />
Human Shield at Funerals<br />
22 24<br />
In This <strong>Issue</strong> | Spring 2013<br />
DEPARTMENTS<br />
2 Business Agent Reports<br />
17 Women’s Committee<br />
18 <strong>Teamsters</strong>Care<br />
20 Secretary-Treasurer’s Report<br />
21 Blood Bank<br />
26 Pensioners<br />
27 In Memoriam<br />
27 Calendar<br />
28 Retiree Chapter News<br />
VISIT THE<br />
Left Lane<br />
The “Left Lane” is the name of<br />
the new <strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> S<strong>to</strong>re,<br />
which is housed in the Day Room at<br />
the headquarters at 544 Main Street,<br />
Charles<strong>to</strong>wn, Massachusetts.<br />
The s<strong>to</strong>re features a select number of<br />
different items offered on a seasonal<br />
basis: shirts, hats, jackets and sweatshirts.<br />
There will also be specialty<br />
items available throughout the year.<br />
The s<strong>to</strong>re will be open from 8 a.m.<br />
<strong>to</strong> 1 p.m. Monday through Friday,<br />
and one hour before and one<br />
hour after the monthly meetings.<br />
The s<strong>to</strong>re accepts cash,<br />
credit card or debit card.<br />
For more information call<br />
(617) 241-9687<br />
Sean M. O'Brien, President/Principal Officer<br />
Mark A. Harring<strong>to</strong>n<br />
Secretary-Treasurer<br />
Tom Mari<br />
Vice President/<br />
Business Agent<br />
The Spokesman<br />
Andrew P. Walsh<br />
Recording-Secretary<br />
John Jay Manley<br />
Trustee<br />
Joan C. Corey<br />
Trustee<br />
Ken Ciccone<br />
Trustee<br />
John A. Murphy<br />
Business Agent<br />
George Slicis<br />
Business Agent<br />
Robert Fabrizio<br />
Business Agent<br />
Steven J. South<br />
Business Agent<br />
Mark D. Lessard<br />
Business Agent<br />
Steven R. Sullivan<br />
Organizer<br />
Statement of Ownership, Management & Circulation<br />
Date of Filing:<br />
December 10, 2012<br />
Title of Publication:<br />
The Spokesman<br />
Frequency of <strong>Issue</strong>:<br />
Quarterly<br />
Location of Office:<br />
544 Main Street<br />
Bos<strong>to</strong>n, MA 02129<br />
Total: 15,000<br />
Edi<strong>to</strong>r & Managing<br />
Edi<strong>to</strong>r: Sean M. O’Brien<br />
Ownership:<br />
<strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> <strong>Teamsters</strong> Union<br />
544 Main Street Bos<strong>to</strong>n,<br />
MA 02129<br />
Total # Copies: 15,000<br />
Paid and/or requested<br />
Circulation: None<br />
Free Distribution<br />
by Mail: 14,348<br />
Free Distribution<br />
Outside the Mail: 652<br />
Total Distribution:<br />
15,000<br />
Copies not Distributed:<br />
652 (office use..etc)
Message from the<br />
President<br />
Dear Brothers and Sisters:<br />
The past few months have been busier than ever for our local union. Our agents have been hard<br />
at work negotiating contracts. Our goal during negotiations is always <strong>to</strong> retain jobs and keep benefits<br />
intact for our members. Each negotiation brings challenges and sometimes <strong>to</strong>ugh decisions<br />
have <strong>to</strong> be made. You should know that the agents, officers and stewards that represent you work<br />
tirelessly <strong>to</strong> give you good benefits and working conditions. Strong vic<strong>to</strong>ries at the American Red<br />
Cross, S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop and UPS are just a few of the successful contracts this spring that will help us<br />
continue <strong>to</strong> grow stronger and lead by example among labor.<br />
“As I s<strong>to</strong>od in<br />
Medford on<br />
April 22 with<br />
1,000 <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong><br />
brothers and<br />
sisters, I was<br />
never more proud<br />
<strong>to</strong> be a member<br />
of this union.”<br />
–SEAN M. O'BRIEN<br />
PRESIDENT/<br />
PRINCIPAL OFFICER<br />
On March 29, more than 700 guests attended the sixth annual Light up the Night Gala for Autism.<br />
It was a banner year for fundraising; because of the generosity of our members and sponsors, we<br />
were able <strong>to</strong> donate more than $350,000 <strong>to</strong> autism nonprofits. Congratulations <strong>to</strong> <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong>’s<br />
Retiree Chapter President, Joe Conti, who won the brand new Cadillac! I hope you’ll save the date<br />
for next year’s gala that will be back at the InterContinental Hotel Bos<strong>to</strong>n on Saturday, March 29.<br />
On April 2, the union hall was bathed in blue for World Autism Day. <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> was part of several<br />
landmarks, schools and neighborhoods worldwide who participated again this year <strong>to</strong> bring<br />
attention <strong>to</strong> this disorder.<br />
As you’ll see in this issue of the Spokesman, <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> members are everywhere. Our worksite visit<br />
highlights members from the city of Woburn who provide the nuts and bolts services that help<br />
the city operate. Our Women’s Committee represented our union in the St. Patrick’s Day parade<br />
and are busy recruiting members. You’ll also learn about some of the worthy charities that we<br />
have supported this winter and spring.<br />
At the May 19 members meeting, we presented our 2013 scholarship recipients. I’m proud <strong>to</strong> say<br />
that between <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> and our sponsors, we were able <strong>to</strong> award 30 high school students with<br />
$2,000 college scholarships. These are our future leaders! Congratulations <strong>to</strong> our winners and<br />
their families.<br />
In the hours and days after the Bos<strong>to</strong>n marathon bombings, we searched as a nation, state and<br />
membership <strong>to</strong> try <strong>to</strong> make sense of this tragedy. <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> was called on <strong>to</strong> play a very special role.<br />
Our human shields in Medford and Cambridge blocked a hate group and gave those attending<br />
the services comfort and privacy. As I s<strong>to</strong>od in Medford April 22 with 1,000 <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> brothers and<br />
sisters, I was never more proud <strong>to</strong> be a member of this union.<br />
We remain <strong>Teamsters</strong> Bos<strong>to</strong>n Strong.<br />
Fraternally,<br />
Sean M. O'Brien<br />
President/Principal Officer
Business Agent Reports<br />
Dedicated <strong>to</strong> Our <strong>Local</strong> Union Members<br />
Vice-President and Business Agent<br />
Tom Mari<br />
In the construction industry, I have<br />
been appointed the Union Chairman<br />
of the Massachusetts Heavy Highway<br />
Agreement Negotiating Committee.<br />
This agreement is for multiple Teamster<br />
locals throughout Massachusetts.<br />
This agreement is not only important for the members who<br />
work under it but also for all workers throughout Massachusetts<br />
because it is used <strong>to</strong> set the prevailing wages going forward.<br />
In the city of Everett we continue with state mediation. We<br />
are not having much luck getting this contract completed <strong>to</strong> our<br />
members’ satisfaction. I think it is time <strong>to</strong> take a hard look at who<br />
we plan <strong>to</strong> support for the upcoming mayoral election this fall in<br />
Everett. We need <strong>to</strong> support and elect a leader who will put our<br />
members’ needs first.<br />
In the trash industry, we will be voting on a two-year extension<br />
with Capi<strong>to</strong>l Waste which will give our members significant<br />
wage increases and also maintain 100-percent paid <strong>Teamsters</strong>Care<br />
for our members. <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> was successful in securing a<br />
good agreement with Republic, but this company continues <strong>to</strong><br />
exploit Teamster members across the country. This company<br />
needs <strong>to</strong> understand we will support our brother and sister<br />
members from around the country.<br />
I have been assigned UPS Norwood and UPS South Bos<strong>to</strong>n.<br />
UPS is our largest employer here and within the International<br />
Brotherhood of <strong>Teamsters</strong>, which has given me even more drive<br />
and desire <strong>to</strong> represent these two groups. I look forward <strong>to</strong> taking<br />
on this giant. I also want <strong>to</strong> thank President Sean O’Brien and the<br />
entire negotiating team for a job well down with the new UPS<br />
agreement.<br />
Lastly, I want <strong>to</strong> thank all the members at DHL where I have<br />
been the agent since coming on as a business agent in 2006. DHL<br />
members have always been my base group and have s<strong>to</strong>od by me<br />
whether I was your steward, business agent or just a brother<br />
member. You have always been there for me and the Sean<br />
O’Brien Slate no matter what we have asked for and for that I will<br />
forever be grateful.<br />
Business Agent<br />
John A. Murphy<br />
Gate Gourmet negotiations are still<br />
focused on wages and health care. The<br />
company wants our members <strong>to</strong> pay<br />
double the health care cost, while<br />
proposing a lump sum in year one and<br />
one percent in years two and three.<br />
In the Airline Division, Air Canada is ongoing and<br />
United/Continental mechanics negotiations have resumed <strong>to</strong><br />
continue seniority integration, furloughed member updates and<br />
passing economic proposals. Signature Flight Services negotiations<br />
have continued. We are stuck on health and welfare<br />
increases as well as a wage package.<br />
ABF Freight negotiations also recently wrapped up and members<br />
will be voting soon on the tentative national agreement and<br />
the New England Supplement.<br />
We are still very far apart on wages and some language issues<br />
with Bos<strong>to</strong>n Tow. I am hopeful we can get closer <strong>to</strong> a new contract.<br />
We will meet with DHL on the National Committee level<br />
next week <strong>to</strong> continue talks. Our supplemental negotiations with<br />
the company were not very productive, and we are now seeking<br />
some new dates <strong>to</strong> get back <strong>to</strong> the table.<br />
We will be sitting down with the following companies shortly<br />
<strong>to</strong> begin bargaining on new contracts: ABC/Bradco, Beacon Sales,<br />
SAF Sales and Minuteman Leasing. We are waiting on new dates<br />
<strong>to</strong> resume negotiation talks with AEI/DHL Global.<br />
Gioioso & Sons negotiations are tentatively on hold while we<br />
wait for the prevailing wage in the construction industry. Safeway<br />
Scaffolding and Catalano Bros. are ongoing.<br />
Marr Scaffolding is complete with members receiving a fouryear<br />
contract with increases of 55 cents a year, health and welfare,<br />
pension MOB, pre-paid legal and new holiday language.<br />
If you hold a CDL license, please remember that you must<br />
provide a current original or copy of your medical certificate <strong>to</strong><br />
the RMO by January 30, 2014. If you do not comply, you could<br />
lose your right <strong>to</strong> operate a commercial vehicle.<br />
God bless all the families who lost or had loved ones suffer<br />
injuries at the Bos<strong>to</strong>n marathon.<br />
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Business Agent<br />
George Slicis<br />
My last report said it was going <strong>to</strong> be<br />
a busy year and it has been.<br />
I recently ratified new three-year<br />
contracts with both the City of<br />
Chelsea DPW and 911 Dispatchers,<br />
as well as Cummins North East. I<br />
also had negotiations with the Norwal Corp. out of Walpole<br />
and was able <strong>to</strong> reach a new five-year agreement for the<br />
membership.<br />
Negotiations with American Red Cross were long and frustrating<br />
because the company changed law firms and had new<br />
labor representatives at the table. The membership voted down<br />
the company’s final offer on our recommendation and we prepared<br />
<strong>to</strong> strike. We notified the company with a 10-day strike<br />
notice, but ended up going in<strong>to</strong> federal mediation and we were<br />
able <strong>to</strong> negotiate an agreement that we could recommend <strong>to</strong><br />
the members. It was a difficult process but I am happy that in<br />
the end the members ratified a new three-year contract.<br />
Negotiations with Costa Fruit and Produce began with the<br />
company wanting members <strong>to</strong> contribute <strong>to</strong> the <strong>Teamsters</strong><br />
Health and Welfare. I am pleased <strong>to</strong> report that we were able <strong>to</strong><br />
ratify a new five-year deal with pension, health and welfare and<br />
no contributions by members.<br />
Ariva Paper is going through some lean times. After negotiations<br />
the membership agreed <strong>to</strong> a one-year extension with<br />
contributions <strong>to</strong> the pension, health and welfare <strong>to</strong> be paid at<br />
the 2013 rate.<br />
I have negotiations with several other companies such as<br />
Arrow Paper and The Produce Market, and will be starting Lindenmeyr<br />
Munroe, Cambridge Health Alliance and Boxford<br />
Police soon. These will all no doubt be a challenge but we will<br />
work hard <strong>to</strong> get them done always keep our members’ best<br />
interests in mind.<br />
Business Agent<br />
Robert Fabrizio<br />
As of this writing, I am happy <strong>to</strong><br />
announce the ratification of two of<br />
my contracts.<br />
The first contract, which was ratified<br />
by an overwhelming vote, was<br />
the S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop warehouse contract.<br />
President O’Brien, who led these negotiations, was assisted by<br />
Secretary-Treasurer Mark A. Harring<strong>to</strong>n and our committee.<br />
This was one of, if not the most important contract, which will<br />
be negotiated out of this local in the next several years. S<strong>to</strong>p &<br />
Shop was threatening <strong>to</strong> close the Free<strong>to</strong>wn distribution center<br />
and outsource the work <strong>to</strong> a nonunion distribution company<br />
called C&S, putting 1,200 members out of a job. S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop<br />
made it clear that they needed relief in the pension and health<br />
and welfare, along with a number of concessions that were<br />
unacceptable <strong>to</strong> this local union and <strong>to</strong> its membership. These<br />
issues included reduction in wages, employee contributions <strong>to</strong><br />
their health and welfare, overtime after 40 and elimination of<br />
the shift premium.<br />
President O’Brien was successful in securing a new six-year<br />
agreement which protects our members’ pension and health<br />
and welfare, paid 100 percent by S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop. President<br />
O’Brien was also successful in protecting overtime after eight,<br />
shift premiums, and securing wage increases!<br />
What President O’Brien was able <strong>to</strong> accomplish others in<br />
this industry could not! He was able <strong>to</strong> secure 1,200 jobs for at<br />
least 12 years and possibly longer. If anyone ever had a doubt<br />
about the leadership of this local union, this contract should<br />
remove all doubt.<br />
I was also successful in ratifying a new five-year agreement<br />
with Romanow Container, a corrugated packaging company<br />
located in Westwood. This new agreement includes wage<br />
increases, pension contributions, and increasing the members’<br />
short-term disability from $300 <strong>to</strong> $600 a week, along with several<br />
other improvements.<br />
I am currently preparing for my upcoming negotiations with<br />
Mil<strong>to</strong>n-Cat located in Milford. Their contract expires in June.<br />
President O’Brien has given me several new assignments:<br />
Paul Revere Bus Lines with three locations in Chelsea, Logan<br />
Airport and Roxbury; Goodyear Tire, with locations in<br />
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Business Agent Reports<br />
S<strong>to</strong>neham and Malden; Airgas in Hingham; and RockTenn in<br />
Mansfield. I look forward <strong>to</strong> representing these members.<br />
BOSTON STRONG!<br />
Business Agent<br />
Steve South<br />
We have had more than a dozen<br />
negotiation sessions with the South<br />
Shore Regional Emergency Communications<br />
Center (SSRECC) in Hingham<br />
and we are working harder than<br />
ever <strong>to</strong> get a first agreement. We will<br />
be calling on our 11,000+ members and their families over<br />
the next several weeks for leafleting, rallies, and other events<br />
<strong>to</strong> help these hardworking dispatchers and supervisors get<br />
what they deserve.<br />
We have held proposal meetings for Hingham DPW and<br />
Water<strong>to</strong>wn DPW and had our first negotiation in Water<strong>to</strong>wn.<br />
We have also completed the wage reopener with Ace & Acme,<br />
securing large wage increases for our members over the next two<br />
years. The agreement was ratified by our members unanimously.<br />
I welcome the following new stewards and look forward<br />
<strong>to</strong> working with them: David Graham, Town of Water<strong>to</strong>wn;<br />
Kyle Dexter, Metropolitan Moving & S<strong>to</strong>rage; Bill Radochia<br />
(alternate), UPS Water<strong>to</strong>wn; John Hurld, American Movers &<br />
Installation; and Matt Hersey, Hingham DPW. I also have two<br />
new assignments, UPS Water<strong>to</strong>wn and UPS Logan Airport. I<br />
am looking forward <strong>to</strong> working with the stewards and members<br />
there.<br />
We have a new five-year tentative agreement at UPS that<br />
includes continued health and welfare with zero cost, large<br />
wage increases, the creation of more than 2,000 new full-time<br />
jobs, stronger 9.5 and harassment language, and many other<br />
improvements. In my 20-years working at and representing<br />
members at UPS, this is by far the strongest and most lucrative<br />
contract! I encourage everyone <strong>to</strong> do the obvious and<br />
vote “Yes” on this agreement! Thank you <strong>to</strong> International<br />
General Secretary-Treasurer Ken Hall and International Eastern<br />
Region Vice President and your President, Sean M.<br />
O’Brien, for all of their hard work securing this deal. They<br />
worked nons<strong>to</strong>p, seven days a week, during these long and<br />
difficult negotiations.<br />
Have a great summer!<br />
Business Agent<br />
Mark D. Lessard<br />
I wrote in my last report that there<br />
were several contracts that were<br />
going <strong>to</strong> have <strong>to</strong> be negotiated during<br />
the first six months of 2013. As of this<br />
writing, we have ratified NECC in<br />
Woburn, Tewksbury School Nurses,<br />
Tewksbury Administra<strong>to</strong>rs Group, Arling<strong>to</strong>n Coal & Lumber,<br />
and Town of Saugus 911 Dispatchers.<br />
In June, we will start negotiations for our members who<br />
work at Aramark. I am confident that we will get a strong contract<br />
for our members there. We also start negotiations soon for<br />
our members who work at St. Michael’s Cemetery doing<br />
grounds work. Negotiations continue with the Town of Brookline<br />
for our 911 Dispatchers and I am hopeful we can come <strong>to</strong><br />
an agreement soon.<br />
We were recently informed that First Student lost the contract<br />
in the City of Bos<strong>to</strong>n <strong>to</strong> Veolia. <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> represents the<br />
supervisors and dispatchers at First Student and we are<br />
attempting <strong>to</strong> transition our members over <strong>to</strong> the new company<br />
soon and negotiate a strong contract.<br />
Over at Mount Ida College in New<strong>to</strong>n, the college terminated<br />
its contract with Sodexo and has brought in Aramark <strong>to</strong> handle<br />
the grounds and maintenance duties. We met with the Aramark<br />
labor department and they will be assuming our existing contract<br />
and we are expecting minimal issues with the transition.<br />
At Hertz there has been a lot of discipline handed down <strong>to</strong><br />
our members in regards <strong>to</strong> absenteeism and tardiness. I want <strong>to</strong><br />
remind our members that there is a policy in place for this issue<br />
and I will be handing out copies of that policy <strong>to</strong> all the members<br />
who work there so that they are informed as such.<br />
President O’Brien has assigned me <strong>to</strong> represent the members<br />
who work at Sears and also at East Bos<strong>to</strong>n Neighborhood<br />
Health Center. I look forward <strong>to</strong> representing both of these<br />
groups and working with their stewards.<br />
I want <strong>to</strong> thank President O’Brien for working extremely<br />
hard for our UPS members over the last 10- months in an effort<br />
<strong>to</strong> get us a GREAT five-year contract that we can all be proud<br />
of. He has protected our pensions, health insurance and we<br />
will see significant wage increases as well as many other<br />
improvements moving forward.<br />
In closing, thank you <strong>to</strong> all of the stewards in this great local<br />
union! I hope you all enjoy the summer weather with your<br />
friends and families.<br />
Be safe!<br />
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS<br />
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Chairman<br />
Sean M. O'Brien<br />
1st Vice Chairman<br />
Mark A. Harring<strong>to</strong>n<br />
Treasurer<br />
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Steven J. South<br />
Michael P. O’Brien<br />
SUPERVISORY COMMITTEE<br />
George Slicis<br />
Chairman<br />
Robert E. Bayusik<br />
Joseph J. Bairos<br />
Richard Laugh<strong>to</strong>n<br />
George Belanger
Chris<strong>to</strong>pher Duffley<br />
captivates the crowd<br />
with his rendition of<br />
Lean on Me.<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> members, guests, family and friends<br />
packed the InterContinental Hotel Bos<strong>to</strong>n on March 30<br />
for the sixth annual Light up the Night Gala for Autism,<br />
and more than $350,000 was raised for regional and local<br />
nonprofits.<br />
The evening included gourmet dining, dancing, fun activities<br />
and most importantly, the opportunity for people <strong>to</strong> come<br />
<strong>to</strong>gether <strong>to</strong> unite for autism research and awareness.<br />
An estimated one in 88 children in the U.S. is on the autism<br />
spectrum – a 78 percent increase in six years that is only partly<br />
explained by improved diagnosis. In schools across America,<br />
one in four school children now has autism.<br />
“This year’s gala was a personal fundraising best for our<br />
organization,” <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> President Sean M. O’Brien said. “Our<br />
platinum sponsors jumped from two <strong>to</strong> seven which is<br />
unheard of in this challenging economy. The gala’s success is<br />
about people—our sponsors, ticket holders, auction bidders<br />
and donors, and raffle purchases—working <strong>to</strong>gether for one<br />
common goal. Thank you <strong>to</strong> everyone who continues <strong>to</strong> support<br />
this cause.”<br />
More than $350,000 will be donated <strong>to</strong> regional and local<br />
autism nonprofits from this year’s gala proceeds. The 2013<br />
non-profits include Autism Speaks New England; Melmark<br />
New England; the Braintree, Malden and Jason Robert<br />
(Bos<strong>to</strong>n) challenger little league organizations; Flips and Giggles<br />
Gymnastics; Magical Moon Foundation; Stafford Champions<br />
for Charity Race and Technology for Autism Now.<br />
Event entertainment included Bos<strong>to</strong>n’s favorite house<br />
band, The Marsels; the Greater Bos<strong>to</strong>n Firefighters Pipes and<br />
Drums band; and honorary member, Chris<strong>to</strong>pher Duffley.<br />
Chris<strong>to</strong>pher sang an extended remake of Lean on Me. Kiss<br />
108FM morning host, Matt Siegel, was the emcee.<br />
“This year we were honored <strong>to</strong> recognize Bob and Suzanne<br />
Wright with our 2013 Essential Puzzle Piece award,” O’Brien<br />
said. “Bob and Suzanne used a family challenge—their grandson<br />
Christian being diagnosed with autism—and turned it<br />
in<strong>to</strong> their personal crusade, founding Autism Speaks. Families<br />
across the globe have benefited from their compassion and<br />
desire <strong>to</strong> learn more about this disorder.”<br />
“This wonderful gala, and nights like it, are why we are able<br />
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2013 Planning Committee<br />
GALA CO-CHAIRS<br />
Trish DiSilva<br />
Tom Mari<br />
GALA COMMITTEE<br />
Rick Anderson<br />
Danielle Bassett<br />
Julie Brady<br />
Joe Conti<br />
Joan Corey<br />
Charlene Deveney<br />
Mark DeVincentis<br />
Marie Duggan<br />
Rachel Falino<br />
Joseph Giannino<br />
Mark Harring<strong>to</strong>n<br />
Melissa Hurley<br />
Michelle Joshua<br />
Juice Juszkiewicz<br />
Katie MacDonald<br />
John "Jay" Manley<br />
Tom McGarty<br />
Michelle & Steven McKay<br />
Michael O'Brien<br />
Sean O'Brien<br />
Lisa O'Flanagan<br />
Bill & Kerry Radochia<br />
Richie Raso<br />
George Slicis<br />
Alice Riley King<br />
Leslie Russell<br />
Pam & Joe Travers<br />
Jen Todd<br />
Kevin Wright<br />
Gerard Wright<br />
Top–L <strong>to</strong> R: President O'Brien presents<br />
the award <strong>to</strong> Suzanne and<br />
Bob Wright. Center left–L <strong>to</strong> R:<br />
Arthur Downey and Steward Ed<br />
Welch, (both Tradeshow Division).<br />
Center right–L <strong>to</strong> R: Olympian<br />
Jack O'Callaghan and MA House<br />
Speaker Robert DeLeo. Bot<strong>to</strong>m:<br />
The silent auction raised more<br />
than $27,000
<strong>to</strong> see so many advancements in research, advocacy, and<br />
awareness, on behalf of our children and grandchildren,” said<br />
Autism Speaks co-founder Bob Wright. “With the continued<br />
support of our friends like <strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> we’ll be seeing<br />
much more progress ahead.”<br />
Our marquee raffle this year was a 2013 Cadillac SRX<br />
luxury package, valued at more than $45,000. Through the<br />
generosity of Cadillac Olsen we were able <strong>to</strong> purchase the<br />
vehicle at a reduced rate and showcase the car at monthly<br />
meetings and sell raffles at the New England Au<strong>to</strong> Show.<br />
Congratulations <strong>to</strong> Retiree Chapter President Joe Conti who<br />
drove away in the new Cadillac!<br />
2013 Sponsors<br />
PLATINUM<br />
ABS Equity L/S Strategies<br />
Crescent Capital Group<br />
DBR Group, Inc.<br />
Feinberg, Campbell & Zack, PC<br />
Intercontinental Real Estate<br />
Corporation<br />
Brian C. Cloherty and The<br />
Keches Law Group, PC<br />
Steward Health Care Systems LLC<br />
GOLD<br />
Autism Speaks<br />
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts<br />
Freeman Company<br />
Regan Associates, Chartered<br />
S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop Supermarket Co.,<br />
New England Division<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. <strong>25</strong><br />
UPS Foundation, Inc.<br />
SILVER<br />
BNY Mellon Asset Management<br />
DHL Express<br />
DiSilva Transportation, Inc.<br />
Gabelli Funds<br />
Global Companies LLC<br />
Marquette Associates, Inc.<br />
Planned Strategies, Inc.<br />
Sierra Investment Partners, Inc.<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> Joint Council 10<br />
New England<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. <strong>25</strong>1<br />
Theatrical <strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> 817 IBT<br />
BRONZE<br />
Atlas Glen-Mor<br />
Bank of Montreal<br />
Blue Front Telecom Group /<br />
Daniel Passacantilli<br />
BMO Taft Hartley Services<br />
Capital Waste Services, Inc.<br />
Davis Vision<br />
International Brotherhood<br />
of <strong>Teamsters</strong><br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 633<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 653<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 1150<br />
Thorn<strong>to</strong>n & Naumes LLP<br />
FRIEND<br />
Rick Anderson<br />
Bos<strong>to</strong>n Sand & Gravel Company<br />
Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way<br />
Employees Division<br />
Caisson<br />
Century Bank<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Ken Ciccone<br />
Speaker of the House Robert DeLeo<br />
Dumont, Morris & Burke, PC<br />
Eastern Salt Company Inc.<br />
Emerald Green<br />
Top left–L <strong>to</strong> R: US Congressman Joe Kennedy, III,<br />
and Steward Jimmy O’Driscoll (S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop). Top<br />
center–L <strong>to</strong> R: John “Whitey” Chambers, retiree.<br />
Top right–L <strong>to</strong> R: Rick Anderson (S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop) and<br />
his wife, with Trustee Ken Ciccone. Bot<strong>to</strong>m<br />
left–Thank you <strong>to</strong> the Horsemen for donating the<br />
hotel goody bags. L <strong>to</strong> R: Dan Carmody, Rodney<br />
Simoes, Jim Williams, Kevin Durant, Jack Pineau<br />
and (kneeling) Joe Wright . Bot<strong>to</strong>m <strong>to</strong>p right–L <strong>to</strong> R:<br />
Producer David O. Russell and former NBA player<br />
Chris Herren. Bot<strong>to</strong>m right–L <strong>to</strong> R: Tim and Sue<br />
Godfrey and Clarence and JoAnn Goodloe (both<br />
men work at S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop).
More than 750 guests feasted on gourmet fare, wine<br />
courtesy of MS Walker and Martignetti Companies, and a<br />
decadent chocolate fountain. Everyone had fun posing for<br />
pho<strong>to</strong>s that were then shown on the large screens throughout<br />
the evening.<br />
Bidders were able <strong>to</strong> try their luck on an array of unique<br />
silent auction items that included a six night African safari, a<br />
team signed Bos<strong>to</strong>n Bruins jersey, Mel Gibson’s trench coat<br />
worn in the made in Mass movie, Edge of Darkness, and wine<br />
bottles cus<strong>to</strong>m etched with the <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> and puzzle piece<br />
logos. For $20 a pop, attendees could pop a balloon and win a<br />
prize. The balloon pop included tickets <strong>to</strong> country crooner<br />
Jason Aldean at Fenway, hotel stays, dinner gift certificates and<br />
much more.<br />
Many of our honorary committee members and local<br />
celebrities joined us for this year’s event. Honorary committee<br />
members included Bos<strong>to</strong>n Red Sox Vice President,<br />
Larry Cancro; Speaker of the House Robert DeLeo; Feinberg,<br />
Campbell & Zack’s Michael Feinberg; Autism Speaks’<br />
Liz Feld; former NBA player Chris Herren; Joint Council<br />
10 Secretary-Treasurer David Laugh<strong>to</strong>n; Greater Media<br />
Radio morning host Hank Morse; 1980 US Hockey Team<br />
player Jack O’Callaghan; Intercontinental Real Estate Corporation’s<br />
Peter and Minou Palandjian; Massachusetts<br />
Film Office’s Lisa Strout; Congressman Joseph Kennedy,<br />
III, and his wife Lauren; along with Secretary of Labor<br />
Joanne Goldstein. Academy award winning producer,<br />
David O. Russell, and his family were also in attendance.<br />
Russell has been in <strong>to</strong>wn for the past few months filming a<br />
70s era film, starring Bradley Cooper, Amy Adams, Christian<br />
Bale and Jeremy Renner.<br />
Save the date for our seventh Light up the Night gala that<br />
will take place, Saturday, March 29, 2014, at the InterContinental<br />
Hotel Bos<strong>to</strong>n!<br />
Entrust Capital<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Fabrizio<br />
Joseph and Debra Giannino<br />
Global Experience Specialist, Inc.<br />
Graphic Communications<br />
Conference/IBT<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Mark A. Harring<strong>to</strong>n<br />
International Union of Operating<br />
Engineers, <strong>Local</strong> 4<br />
JC Flooring Covering<br />
John F. Shea Co., Inc.<br />
The Lessard Family<br />
Loomis Sayles & Company, L.P.<br />
Lord Abbott<br />
Manfi Leasing Drivers<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Tom Mari<br />
Martignetti Company<br />
McGonagle & McGonagle, PC<br />
Meketa Investment Group, Inc.<br />
Mil<strong>to</strong>n Cat<br />
Momentum Management<br />
NE <strong>Teamsters</strong> Federal Credit Union<br />
Novak Francella, LLC, CPA's<br />
Sean M. O’Brien<br />
On The Rocks<br />
Paul Revere Transportation LLC<br />
Peter Pan Bus Lines, Inc.<br />
Professional Firefighters of<br />
Massachusetts<br />
Mr. & Mrs. Ritchie E. Reardon<br />
Robeco Investment Management<br />
Segreve & Hall Insurance<br />
Shaughnessy & Ahern Co.<br />
Mr. & Mrs. George Slicis<br />
Sonet Electrical Systems LLC.<br />
The South Family<br />
Team Micky Ward Charities<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong>Care Staff<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 42<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 59<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 122<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 135<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 170<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 175<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 202<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 396<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 493<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 641<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 671<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 705<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 727<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 853<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> Union No. 938<br />
Technology for Autism Now, Inc.<br />
The Full Sail Restaurant<br />
Trust & Fiduciary Management<br />
Services, Inc.<br />
UFCW 8 – Golden State<br />
UPS – Chelmsford Stewards<br />
UPS Northeast<br />
The <strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> building was illuminated in blue for the third year<br />
in a row on April 2 <strong>to</strong> support Autism Speaks’ Light It Up Blue campaign <strong>to</strong><br />
celebrate World Autism Awareness Day and Autism Awareness Month.<br />
Our building joined a list of nearly 3,000 iconic structures, buildings and<br />
landmarks in more than 600 U.S. cities and 50 countries around the world <strong>to</strong><br />
shine a bright blue light on autism as a growing public health crisis. <strong>Local</strong><br />
sites included the Massachusetts State House, Fenway Park, the Zakim<br />
Bridge, and the Rose Kennedy Greenway, among others.<br />
Other sites included the Empire State Building in New York City, the<br />
Aspen Mountain in Colorado, Niagara Falls in Canada, Christ the Redeemer<br />
Statue in Brazil, the Sydney Opera House in Australia, and even the International<br />
Space Station. Families were encouraged <strong>to</strong> join the movement and<br />
local home improvement s<strong>to</strong>res sold blue lights for homes.<br />
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STOP&<br />
SHOP<br />
A tense situation does not begin <strong>to</strong> describe the circumstances<br />
surrounding the once looming closure of the S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop warehouse<br />
in Free<strong>to</strong>wn, and the potential strike at the American Red<br />
Cross. Both ordeals would have brought serious problems <strong>to</strong> our<br />
local union, but we prevailed in the end.<br />
In April of last year, President O’Brien was informed by S<strong>to</strong>p<br />
& Shop management that the company was seriously considering<br />
Vclosing the S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop warehouse Iin Free<strong>to</strong>wn, and displacing<br />
C T O<br />
1,200 drivers, mechanics and warehouse workers. The company<br />
had been negotiating a tax incentive package out of state and<br />
planned <strong>to</strong> move the warehouse operation <strong>to</strong> Carlisle, Pennsylvania.<br />
The trucking end of the company would have gone <strong>to</strong> C&S<br />
Wholesalers of Brattleboro, Vermont.<br />
“I could not just sit idly and watch this foreign-owned company<br />
pick up and walk away from our union and the community,”<br />
O’Brien said. “We have had a contract with S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop<br />
since the late 1950s. I knew something had <strong>to</strong> be done fast.”<br />
O’Brien worked swiftly and both sides participated in several<br />
meetings that included representatives from pension and health<br />
Steward Jason Lopes<br />
and welfare actuaries, trucking and food industry experts, and<br />
stewards and rank-and-file members. In the end the membership<br />
was promised that the Free<strong>to</strong>wn warehouse would remain open<br />
for at least the next 12 years under <strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> representation,<br />
and the workers ratified a new agreement by a 472 <strong>to</strong> 17<br />
vote. The new contract guaranteed health and welfare, pension<br />
and most importantly job security.<br />
“My hat goes off <strong>to</strong> President O’Brien,” said steward Jason<br />
Lopes. “I don’t know how he pulled it off, but he did. I thought it<br />
was over and that we were all going <strong>to</strong> lose our jobs. There is a<br />
new energy in the workplace now. Thank you <strong>to</strong> President<br />
O’Brien, Business Agent Bob Fabrizio and Secretary-Treasurer<br />
Mark Harring<strong>to</strong>n for saving my job.”<br />
Standing room only at S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop contract meeting.<br />
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Thomas Risdon<br />
Red<br />
Cross<br />
R I E S<br />
<strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> business agent. “But in the eleventh hour under the<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> has proudly hosted a monthly blood bank<br />
for the local American Red Cross since 1964, donating thousands<br />
of pints of blood over the years. When the company did<br />
not seem interested in renewing a labor contract with <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong>,<br />
we knew we had <strong>to</strong> work quickly <strong>to</strong> get it done and protect our<br />
members. We were far apart with the company regarding wages,<br />
health care and shift differentials. <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> gave the company a<br />
10-day notice of strike (which must be done in the healthcare<br />
industry) and the clock started ticking.<br />
“It was certainly an anxious few days as we prepared <strong>to</strong> strike<br />
this highly esteemed health care institution,” said George Slicis,<br />
leadership of President Sean O’Brien, we were able <strong>to</strong> deliver a<br />
strong contract for our members, and they ratified it by a 52 <strong>to</strong> 4<br />
vote in favor.”<br />
“For nearly 50 years, we have had a strong, positive relationship<br />
with the Red Cross, through our blood bank and other<br />
activities,” O’Brien said. “However, if an employer attempts <strong>to</strong><br />
harm our members’ livelihoods, no matter who or what they<br />
are, we will stand up and fight for what is right. In this case, we<br />
responded <strong>to</strong> a threat <strong>to</strong> our members’ security and we prevailed.<br />
We negotiated a strong contract for our Red Cross<br />
members and we will continue <strong>to</strong> host our blood bank for the<br />
Red Cross <strong>to</strong> help the citizens of the Bay State who are in need<br />
of blood.”<br />
<strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> represents 80 members at Red Cross, and they conduct<br />
mobile operations and distribution. Members set up blood<br />
drives and handle the blood packs. Workers pack the blood<br />
packs on ice and bring the product back <strong>to</strong> the lab for processing<br />
and distribute where needed.<br />
See Blood Bank, Page 27<br />
Red Cross members vote in favor of the contract.<br />
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Top left–L <strong>to</strong> R: President James<br />
Hoffa, President Sean O'Brien<br />
and Secretary-Treasurer Ken<br />
Hall. Top right: Several hundred<br />
members rally in Chelmsford for<br />
a fair contract.<br />
LEADERSHIP<br />
in<br />
ACTION<br />
O’Brien Plays Pivotal Role in UPS Contract Negotiations<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> at UPS and UPS Freight are voting now on tentative<br />
agreements that provide wage increases, protect<br />
benefits and provide part-time workers with the chance<br />
<strong>to</strong> get full-time jobs. <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> President Sean M. O’Brien<br />
served on the National Negotiating Committee and played a<br />
key role in the negotiations as the coordina<strong>to</strong>r of the supplemental<br />
agreements and riders.<br />
Ballots have been sent out and will begin <strong>to</strong> get counted on<br />
or about June 20. <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> represents 3,200 members at UPS<br />
and UPS Freight. The tentative agreements were announced<br />
on April <strong>25</strong>.<br />
The five-year national contracts for package and freight<br />
workers protect their health care benefits and significantly<br />
raise contributions <strong>to</strong> pension and health and welfare benefits.<br />
The tentative agreement <strong>cover</strong>ing UPS package employees<br />
moves 140,000 workers in<strong>to</strong> Teamster-controlled health plans<br />
from company plans <strong>to</strong> maintain current strong benefits for all<br />
UPS <strong>Teamsters</strong> while growing the funds for <strong>Teamsters</strong> in all<br />
industries in<strong>to</strong> the future.<br />
“These are solid tentative agreements that all <strong>Teamsters</strong> at<br />
UPS and UPS Freight can be proud of,” said General Secretary-<br />
Treasurer Ken Hall, Co-Chairman of the <strong>Teamsters</strong> National<br />
Negotiating Committees and Package Division Direc<strong>to</strong>r. “I am<br />
pleased <strong>to</strong> announce that we have achieved our members’ priorities<br />
of preserving their excellent health care benefits and<br />
protecting them in<strong>to</strong> the future while also strengthening their<br />
pensions and providing pay raises.”<br />
The tentative agreements were reached well in advance of<br />
the July 31 expiration dates for the current, five-year contracts,<br />
which <strong>cover</strong> nearly <strong>25</strong>0,000 workers at UPS and UPS Freight.<br />
The UPS contract is the largest collective bargaining agreement<br />
in North America.<br />
“This is a great day for the <strong>Teamsters</strong> Union,” said General<br />
President Jim Hoffa, Co-Chairman of the <strong>Teamsters</strong> National<br />
Negotiating Committees. “At a time when workers and their<br />
pay, benefits and working conditions are under attack by corporate<br />
America, we have succeeded in improving the lives of<br />
our hardworking and dedicated UPS and UPS Freight <strong>Teamsters</strong><br />
for years <strong>to</strong> come. These tentative agreements are shining<br />
examples <strong>to</strong> the entire country of a hugely successful unionized<br />
company that thrives because of its workers.”<br />
In the UPS tentative agreement, workers will get substan-<br />
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tial pay raises, including a significant increase in the starting<br />
wage rate for part-time employees. The union also won the<br />
creation of more than 2,000 full-time jobs from the ranks of<br />
part-time workers.<br />
For UPS Freight, the tentative agreement resolves subcontracting<br />
issues by putting all laid-off road drivers back <strong>to</strong><br />
work. UPS Freight workers will receive substantial wage<br />
increases and lower co-pays for health insurance. The agreement<br />
provides the ability for more part-time workers <strong>to</strong><br />
become full time.<br />
Hall appointed O’Brien <strong>to</strong> play the key role of coordinating<br />
the 26 regional supplemental agreements and riders, including<br />
the New England Supplement. In that role, O’Brien worked<br />
with the supplemental negotiating committees <strong>to</strong> make sure all<br />
members’ interests were protected.<br />
“I appreciate the confidence that General Secretary-Treasurer<br />
Ken Hall had in appointing me <strong>to</strong> this position,” O’Brien<br />
said. “It has been a wonderful learning experience and I<br />
enjoyed working with all the local unions from around the<br />
country. We accomplished a great deal and the national agreement<br />
and supplements address our members’ needs.”<br />
President O'Brien conducting a UPS meeting in Newark, New Jersey.<br />
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Supporting Our Students<br />
<strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> and Supporters Award $60,000 in Scholarships<br />
The May 19 membership meeting included a special presentation<br />
of the 2013 <strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> scholarship recipients: 30<br />
bright young people who each received $2,000 awards <strong>to</strong> help<br />
them prepare for the future.<br />
“As I look out in<strong>to</strong> the hall <strong>to</strong>day I see many smiling faces of<br />
students, and their families,” said <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> President Sean<br />
M. O’Brien. “It gives me great pride <strong>to</strong> present these<br />
scholarships, especially knowing that all of our<br />
recipients are part of the <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> family. The<br />
families of our scholarship recipients should<br />
be very proud.”<br />
The 30 students each received $2,000<br />
college scholarships. <strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong><br />
sponsored 20 scholarships, the <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong><br />
Retiree Chapter sponsored one, and the<br />
additional nine were funded by local businesses<br />
and organizations.<br />
Kevin Harring<strong>to</strong>n, president of Planned<br />
Strategies, Inc., commended <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> and President O’Brien for<br />
making a commitment <strong>to</strong> their member’s children <strong>to</strong> help them<br />
further their education.<br />
“We’re pleased <strong>to</strong> support <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong>’s scholarship program<br />
again this year. Having the opportunity <strong>to</strong> meet Stevenson Pierre,<br />
our scholarship recipient, along with the other students recognized<br />
and honored is very rewarding. I wish them all well in their<br />
educational endeavors and career pursuits,” Harring<strong>to</strong>n said.<br />
“These students are the future leaders of <strong>to</strong>morrow, and we<br />
must all do our part <strong>to</strong> help them succeed,” said <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> Secretary-Treasurer<br />
Mark Harring<strong>to</strong>n, who read brief biographies of<br />
each student and thanked the sponsors for their participation.<br />
“One of the more satisfying moments in representing <strong>Local</strong><br />
<strong>25</strong> and its members is participating in its annual scholarship program,”<br />
said Michael Feinberg, whose firm sponsored the Feinberg,<br />
Campbell & Zack Scholarship Award.<br />
“Being able <strong>to</strong> assist, even in a modest way, a<br />
young person achieve his or her dream <strong>to</strong><br />
attend college is extremely gratifying. I’m<br />
delighted that <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> asked my law firm <strong>to</strong><br />
participate and all of us in the firm look forward<br />
<strong>to</strong> participating in this worthwhile program for<br />
many more years.”<br />
The <strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> Golf Tournament<br />
is the primary fundraiser for the scholarship<br />
program. The recipients must be children<br />
or grandchildren of <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> members<br />
and are required <strong>to</strong> submit a personal essay. A Scholarship<br />
Committee and Bunker Hill Community College re<strong>view</strong> the essay<br />
along with the students’ SAT scores and high school transcript.<br />
Seachange Systems, our IT company, generously donated two<br />
lap<strong>to</strong>ps that were raffled off among the recipients. Congratulations<br />
<strong>to</strong> Shaun Downey and Emanual Poz Diaz for winning the<br />
lap<strong>to</strong>ps! Congratulations <strong>to</strong> all of our award recipients!<br />
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<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> Memorial Scholarships<br />
Marianne Arsenault<br />
Daughter of John Arsenault, UPS<br />
Graduated Reading Memorial High School and<br />
will attend University of Massachusetts-Lowell<br />
Kristen Marie Callahan<br />
Daughter of John Callahan, DHL<br />
Graduated Wakefield Memorial High School and<br />
will attend Emmanuel College<br />
Marissa Cammarano<br />
Daughter of Vincent Cammarano, UPS<br />
Graduated Bedford High School and will attend<br />
Post University<br />
Brian Carney<br />
Son of James Carney, Alliance Express<br />
Graduated Winchester High School and will attend<br />
Oberlin College<br />
Shaun Downey<br />
Son of Frederick Downey, UPS-Somerville<br />
Graduated Saugus High School and will attend<br />
Fitchburg State University<br />
Chris<strong>to</strong>pher Falcao<br />
Son of Dani Falcao, UPS<br />
Graduated Pope John High School and will attend<br />
University of Massachusetts -Dartmouth<br />
Drew Fournier<br />
Son of Dennis Fournier, S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop<br />
Graduated Braintree High School and will attend<br />
University of Massachusetts-Amherst<br />
Rion Hallaran<br />
Son of Timothy Hallaran, UPS<br />
Graduated Arlin<strong>to</strong>n Catholic High School and will<br />
attend University of Massachusetts-Amherst<br />
Bridget Irving<br />
Daughter of Richard Irving, JF White Contracting Co.<br />
Graduated East Bridgewater High School and will<br />
attend Regis College<br />
Kiersten Kelly<br />
Daughter of Ann Marie Kelly, <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong><br />
Graduated St. Joseph Prep School and will attend<br />
Westfield State University<br />
Alida Lefebvre<br />
Daughter of David Lefebvre, ABC Moving Services<br />
Graduated North Attleboro High School and will<br />
attend Univeristy of Massachusetts-Amherst<br />
Emily Lindberg<br />
Daughter of Ronald Lindberg, Massport<br />
Graduated Wachuset Regional High School and<br />
will attend Syracuse University<br />
Meghan Menihane<br />
Daughter of Daniel Menihane, Bos<strong>to</strong>n Sand & Gravel<br />
Graduated Central Catholic High School and will<br />
attend Salve Regina University<br />
Craig Methot<br />
Son of Craig Methot, Manfi Leasing Corp.<br />
Graduated Hanover High School and will attend<br />
University of Massachusetts-Amherst<br />
Hannah Pereira<br />
Daughter of Jerry Pereira, Trade Shows<br />
Graduated Bridgewater-Raynham High School<br />
and will attend Bos<strong>to</strong>n University<br />
Emanuel Poz Diaz<br />
Son of Domingo Poz Mejia, Marr Scaffolding Company<br />
Graduated John D. O'Bryant School of Math &<br />
Science and will attend University of Massachusetts-Amherst<br />
Daniel Rae, Jr.<br />
Son of Daniel Rae, City of Cambridge DPW<br />
Graduated Woburn Memorial High School and<br />
will attend Suffolk University<br />
Danielle Seamans<br />
Daughter of John Seamans, Manfi Leasing Corp.<br />
Graduated Whitman Hanson Regional High<br />
School and will attend University of Massachusetts-<br />
Amherst<br />
Andrew Sulkala<br />
Son of Eric Sulkala, UPS<br />
Graduated Can<strong>to</strong>n High School and will attend<br />
University of Massachusetts-Amherst<br />
Brittany Witherell<br />
Daughter of Donald Witherell, United Airlines<br />
Graduated Londonderry High School and will<br />
attend University of Rhode Island<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> Retiree Chapter Scholarship<br />
Alexander Heger<br />
Grandson of Paul Fiske, UPS<br />
Graduated Braintree High School and will attend<br />
University of Delaware<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> Group Legal Services<br />
Plan Scholarship Award<br />
Andrew Crasco<br />
Son of Robert Crasco, DHL<br />
Graduated Bos<strong>to</strong>n College High School and will<br />
attend University of New Hampshire<br />
ABS Equity L/S Strategies<br />
Scholarship Award<br />
Shae Augiar<br />
Daughter of Robert Aiguier, Safeway Services<br />
Graduated Norfolk County Agricultural High<br />
School and will attend University of New England<br />
The David Smith Memorial Scholarship Award<br />
Jacob Greene<br />
Son of Richard Greene, UPS Chelmsford<br />
Graduated Whittier Technical High School and<br />
will attend Westfield State University<br />
Feinberg, Campbell & Zack Scholarship Award<br />
Eva Colarusso<br />
Daughter of the late Stephen Colarusso<br />
Graduated Arling<strong>to</strong>n High School and will attend<br />
Merrimack College<br />
The Francis Ciccarelli Memorial<br />
Scholarship Award<br />
Michael Kelly<br />
Son of Bernard Kelly, UPS<br />
Graduated Hebron Academy and will attend<br />
Norwich University<br />
George Rodrigues Memorial Scholarship Award<br />
Joshua Bernier<br />
Son of Marc Bernier, UPS<br />
Graduated Nashua High School South and will<br />
attend Unity College<br />
Joseph C. Conlon Memorial<br />
Scholarship Award<br />
James McNiff<br />
Son of James McNiff, Tradeshows<br />
Graduated Bos<strong>to</strong>n Collegiate Charter School and<br />
will attend Fitchburg State University<br />
Kevin F. Harring<strong>to</strong>n, Sr. Scholarship Award<br />
Steven Pierre<br />
Son of Jean Ronald Pierre, Paul Revere<br />
Graduated Community Academy of Science &<br />
Health and will attend Dean College<br />
Mutual of Omaha Scholarship Award<br />
Taylor Glynn<br />
Daughter of Thomas Glynn, Jr., Brewer Petroleum<br />
Service, Inc.<br />
Graduated Londonderry High School and will<br />
attend Regis College<br />
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Top: <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> helps Cradles for Crayons and their<br />
mission <strong>to</strong> provide children with essential supplies.<br />
Fourth from left, John Damanio (Martignetti Liquors)<br />
and Paul Mathi, (Direc<strong>to</strong>r, Driving School) deliver a<br />
truckload of donations from area businesses.<br />
Middle: Horseman Kevin Durant won the '<strong>Teamsters</strong><br />
Star of the Day' package at the Jennifer’s Gift<br />
of Hope fundraiser. The <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> truck rolled in<strong>to</strong> the<br />
Callahan School in Norwood recently for all of the<br />
students <strong>to</strong> enjoy. Pictured with Durant is<br />
his son Connor’s classmate, Theo.<br />
Bot<strong>to</strong>m: <strong>Teamsters</strong> Horsemen hosted a fundraiser for<br />
Jennifer's Gift of Hope, February 23 at Montvale<br />
Plaza. <strong>25</strong>0 guests attended and a good time was<br />
had by all. L <strong>to</strong> R: Maureen DiSilva, Trish DiSilva<br />
(<strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong>), Horseman Craig Wilcox and Cindy Manley.<br />
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Women’s Committee Corner<br />
L <strong>to</strong> R: Carol McNelley (Credit Union), Michelle Joshua (UPS), Katherine<br />
Davidson (Movie Division), Trustee Joan Corey, Niekko Mathi (son of<br />
Paul Mathi, direc<strong>to</strong>r of the Driving School), Deborah Fichtner (<strong>Teamsters</strong><br />
Dental), Leslie Russell (<strong>Teamsters</strong>Care), Erin Wortman (City of Woburn),<br />
Lynda Beaulieu (xpedx).<br />
L <strong>to</strong> R: Leslie Russell with an Irish Leprechaun along the parade route.<br />
The Women’s Committee has<br />
had a busy first half of the year!<br />
On February 23, we supported the <strong>Teamsters</strong> Horsemen in a<br />
fundraiser for Jennifer’s Gift of Hope. The foundation was<br />
created in memory of <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> friend, Jennifer Long, who<br />
lost her life <strong>to</strong> breast cancer in 2010. Cancer patients are<br />
often left <strong>to</strong> navigate household bills, cancer treatments and<br />
everyday life alone. The simplest task becomes magnified.<br />
Jennifer’s Gift of Hope helps by providing financial support<br />
<strong>to</strong> those patients so they can focus on getting better. We were<br />
proud <strong>to</strong> support this cause.<br />
The Magical Moon Foundation contacted <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> this<br />
winter with a special request: help them with Valentine’s Day<br />
cards for their “Knights.” Magical Moon Foundation is a<br />
five-acre farm in Marshfield, that operates on a shoe-string<br />
budget giving families a magical experience and break from<br />
the reality of hospital visits and treatment.<br />
“We set out <strong>to</strong> brighten the day for children with cancer<br />
who don't always get a lot of mail by sending out handmade<br />
Valentines,” said Donna Green, direc<strong>to</strong>r/founder of the<br />
Magical Moon Foundation. “The response from <strong>Teamsters</strong><br />
<strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> women was overwhelming; we actually needed<br />
extra help in just sorting and mailing! The children couldn't<br />
have been happier. It came in the middle of the February<br />
blizzard and really brightened their spirits. What a blessing<br />
you've been <strong>to</strong> us once again!”<br />
The Women’s Committee answered the call and within<br />
just a few days 100 cards were signed, sealed and delivered <strong>to</strong><br />
Magical Moon. Special thanks <strong>to</strong> Trustee Joan Corey and<br />
Trish DiSilva who coordinated the effort.<br />
On March 17, we escorted the <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> Freight-liner<br />
Trac<strong>to</strong>r in the his<strong>to</strong>ric St. Patrick’s Day parade in South<br />
Bos<strong>to</strong>n. The parade is the second largest in the country. It<br />
was a brisk and sunny day full of Irish and Bos<strong>to</strong>n pride. We<br />
passed out flags <strong>to</strong> the specta<strong>to</strong>rs along the parade route.<br />
Special thanks <strong>to</strong> Paul Mathi for driving the truck.<br />
At the May 19 monthly meeting, the Women’s Committee<br />
helped <strong>to</strong> sell the <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> Bos<strong>to</strong>n Strong shirts. 50-percent<br />
from the sale of each shirt will be donated directly <strong>to</strong><br />
funds that support the victims. Shirts are available for $20 at<br />
the union hall.<br />
L <strong>to</strong> R: Jasen Clark (S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop), Katherine Davidson (Movie Division),<br />
Deana Bailey (UPS), Trustee Joan Corey, Leslie Russell (<strong>Teamsters</strong>Care),<br />
Michelle Joshua (UPS) .<br />
The Women’s Committee meets regularly after the monthly meetings.<br />
To learn how you can get involved please contact Trustee<br />
Joan Corey at jcorey@teamsterslocal<strong>25</strong>.com or (617) 997-9649.<br />
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Board of Trustees<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong> Union <strong>25</strong><br />
Health Services &<br />
Insurance Plan<br />
Sean M. O’Brien<br />
Union Co-Chairman<br />
Mark A. Harring<strong>to</strong>n<br />
Union Trustee<br />
John A. Murphy<br />
Union Trustee<br />
Thomas G. Mari<br />
Union Trustee<br />
Charles F. Arbing<br />
Employer Co-Chairman<br />
John Remillard<br />
Employer Trustee<br />
Tom J. Ventura<br />
Employer Trustee<br />
John D. O’Reilly<br />
Employer Trustee<br />
Spotlight on...<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong>Care Vision Benefits<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong>Care offers<br />
routine vision benefits through by Davis Vision, Inc., a leading administra<strong>to</strong>r of<br />
vision care programs.<br />
With a network<br />
of<br />
participating providers located throughout hout<br />
the United States, participating<br />
Davis<br />
Vision professionals<br />
can<br />
provide you<br />
and your family with routine examinations and eyewear, at<br />
little or no cost<br />
<strong>to</strong> you.<br />
Making an Appointment<br />
For a list of<br />
participating i<br />
pating providers, call Davis Vision i<br />
at<br />
1-800-999-5431, visit<br />
it www.davisvision.com i ion.c<br />
or contact<br />
ct<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong>Care s<br />
Member Services at 1-617-241-9220<br />
ext 2<br />
<br />
Call the participating ting provider of your choice <strong>to</strong> schedule an appointment<br />
Inform the provider that<br />
you are <strong>cover</strong>ed by <strong>Teamsters</strong>Care ersCare through Davis Vision<br />
Provide the office with the member’s identification number and the name and date of<br />
birth of<br />
any <strong>cover</strong>ed dependent ent<br />
who wishes <strong>to</strong> make an appointment<br />
Pl<br />
an Benefits, Frequencies and Costss<br />
<br />
Active Plan members (members currently working and eligible for benefits):<br />
Once every 24 months, you are<br />
entitled <strong>to</strong> a routine eye examination and up <strong>to</strong> a maximum of three pairs of eyeglasses (in-network frames and<br />
lenses) at no cost. You must select all three pairs at the time of your exam. The following options are available:<br />
-<br />
One of your three pairs can be safety glasses, either prescription or non-prescription<br />
-<br />
One of your three pairs can be sunglasses, either prescription or non-prescription<br />
-<br />
Two of your three pairs can have any combination of special lenses<br />
<br />
Spouses of Active Plan members: Once every 24 months, spouses are entitled <strong>to</strong> a routine eye examination<br />
and up <strong>to</strong> a maximum of two pairs of eyeglasses (in-network frames and lenses) s) at no cost. Both pairs must<br />
be prescription and both must be selected at the time of the exam<br />
<br />
Dependent children of Active Plan members: Once every 12 months, dependent nt children are<br />
entitled <strong>to</strong> a<br />
routine eye examination and one pair of prescription eyeglasses (in-network frames and lenses) at no cost<br />
<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong>Care sCare Retired members and spouses: Once every 24 months, retired members and their spouses are<br />
entitled <strong>to</strong> a routine eye examination and up <strong>to</strong> a maximum of two pairs of eyeglasses s (in-network frames<br />
and lenses) at no cost. Both pairs must be prescription and both must be selected ed at the time of the exam<br />
Your contact lens benefit:<br />
One pair of standard, daily-wear soft contact lenses or a three-month supply of<br />
disposable lenses with a cleaning kit may be selected in lieu of all eyeglasses. A $<strong>25</strong> In-network<br />
copayment will apply<br />
<br />
Laser Vision Corrective Surgery:<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong>Care e has negotiated a <strong>25</strong>% discount from the usual and<br />
cus<strong>to</strong>mary fee if you choose <strong>to</strong> have laser vision correction surgery at a participating Davis Vision<br />
facility.<br />
All costs are paid by you<br />
Important Reminders<br />
<br />
Identification cards or vision vouchers are not needed; simply call a Davis Vision participating<br />
provider <strong>to</strong> make an appointment<br />
<br />
Glasses are fully guaranteed for thirty days and may be exchanged or returned for any reason within<br />
thirty days. A one-year unconditional breakage warranty is provided for all Davis Vision eyeglasses<br />
<br />
When choosing either eyeglasses or contacts, you must make your full selection at the time you have<br />
your authorized eye exam. If you go <strong>to</strong> a Davis Vision provider who only conducts an exam, you must<br />
order your glasses through another Davis Vision provider within 30 days of your eye exam <strong>to</strong> be <strong>cover</strong>ed<br />
<br />
Note that NCH members have a separateate vision benefit. Call Member Services<br />
at<br />
617-241-9220 ext.2 for details
www.teamsterscare.com<br />
Timely Advice from your <strong>Teamsters</strong>Care Pharmacists<br />
With the good weather approaching, most of us will spend more time outdoors. Your <strong>Teamsters</strong>Care<br />
pharmacists remind you that many prescription drugs and over the counter medications can cause an<br />
increase in sensitivity <strong>to</strong> the ultra violet rays present in sunlight. This reaction is known<br />
as pho<strong>to</strong>sensitivity. Pho<strong>to</strong>sensitivity can cause your skin <strong>to</strong> burn more quickly when<br />
exposed <strong>to</strong> the sun. Take a moment <strong>to</strong> re<strong>view</strong> your medications for this interaction.<br />
Some common sun sensitive medications include certain antibiotics such as Cipro<br />
(ciprofloxacin) and Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim), antihistamines such as<br />
Benadryl (diphenhydramine), and diuretics like Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ).<br />
Prevention is your best protection against pho<strong>to</strong>sensitivity reactions. Taking these<br />
precautions will help:<br />
Use protective clothing, sunglasses with UV protection, and wear a hat when outdoors<br />
Avoid prolonged exposure <strong>to</strong> the sun<br />
Use sunblock effective against both UVA and UVB rays<br />
Avoid tanning beds<br />
Questions or concerns about pho<strong>to</strong>sensitivity and your medications Contact your<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong>Care Pharmacists. The direc<strong>to</strong>ry on the right contains contact information.<br />
The tragic events of the<br />
Bos<strong>to</strong>n Marathon on<br />
Patriots Day have affected<br />
us all on a human level.<br />
We are grateful for the<br />
leadership of Mayor<br />
Menino and Governor<br />
Patrick, and for the bravery<br />
of law enforcement. Our<br />
thoughts and prayers go out <strong>to</strong> the families of<br />
those who have passed, and those who<br />
suffered injury or trauma.<br />
While we all seek <strong>to</strong> feel safe and stable, the<br />
bombings so close <strong>to</strong> home may have left us<br />
fearful and insecure. Children and teens may<br />
be particularly vulnerable <strong>to</strong> these feelings. If<br />
symp<strong>to</strong>ms of fear and stress continue in the<br />
weeks following the Marathon tragedy, the<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong>Care Employee Assistance Program<br />
suggests you contact them at 1-800-851-8326<br />
<strong>to</strong> access resources and support materials, or<br />
contact your physician/pediatrician for help.<br />
Calling All TeamsterKids!<br />
Hearing screenings, middle ear checks, snacks<br />
and goodie bags for the kids!<br />
Please call: Charles<strong>to</strong>wn Appointment Desk<br />
617-241-9220 ext. 1<br />
Americans of all ages and walks of life can<br />
experience hearing loss. Early detection and<br />
remediation of hearing problems in children<br />
enhances speech and language development<br />
which helps kids learn.<br />
Call the Charles<strong>to</strong>wn Appointment Desk @<br />
617-241-9220 ext.212 <strong>to</strong> make an appointment<br />
for your child.<br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong>Care Direc<strong>to</strong>ry<br />
Charles<strong>to</strong>wn Office<br />
16 Sever St.<br />
Charles<strong>to</strong>wn, MA 02129<br />
Administration Audiology<br />
Dental Member Services<br />
<strong>Local</strong> Tel: 617-241-9220<br />
Within MA: 800-442-9939<br />
Out of State: 800-2<strong>25</strong>-6135<br />
Fax: 617-241-8168<br />
Charles<strong>to</strong>wn Pharmacy<br />
552 Main St.<br />
Charles<strong>to</strong>wn, MA 02129<br />
<strong>Local</strong> Tel: 617-241-9024<br />
Toll Free: 800-235-0760<br />
Fax: 617-241-50<strong>25</strong><br />
S<strong>to</strong>ugh<strong>to</strong>n Pharmacy<br />
1214 Park St.<br />
S<strong>to</strong>ugh<strong>to</strong>n, MA 02072<br />
Tel: 781-297-9764<br />
Fax: 781-297-9370<br />
S<strong>to</strong>ugh<strong>to</strong>n Dental Office<br />
1214 Park St.<br />
S<strong>to</strong>ugh<strong>to</strong>n, MA 02072<br />
Tel: 781-297-7360<br />
Toll Free: 877-326-1999<br />
Fax: 781-297-7830<br />
Chelmsford Dental Office<br />
4 Meeting House Rd.<br />
Chelmsford, MA 01824<br />
Tel: 978-<strong>25</strong>6-9728<br />
Toll Free: 800-<strong>25</strong>8-2111<br />
Fax: 978-<strong>25</strong>6-9846<br />
EAP Office<br />
16 Sever St.<br />
Charles<strong>to</strong>wn, MA 02129<br />
24-hour Toll Free<br />
Tel: 800-851-8326<br />
Fax: 781-321-6501
A Message from Mark Harring<strong>to</strong>n<br />
<strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> Secretary-Treasurer<br />
In the winter Spokesman I predicted two things: that spring was going <strong>to</strong><br />
be a busy time for negotiations and that we’d be going on strike this year,<br />
given the amount of contracts up. I have more than three contracts this<br />
year and I know most of the agents have that many themselves.<br />
S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop was a strong vic<strong>to</strong>ry for <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong>. President O’Brien worked<br />
hard <strong>to</strong> ensure that this negotiation was successful. We were able <strong>to</strong> extend<br />
the warehouse contract and negotiate successor agreements for the drivers<br />
and mechanics. This came about after real concerns regarding the future of<br />
that facility. President O’Brien convinced S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop <strong>to</strong> enter the Transitional<br />
Pension, ensuring our members a secure future in Free<strong>to</strong>wn.<br />
I want <strong>to</strong> thank all of the stewards who helped me complete successful<br />
negotiations with Dry Ice Corp, LaFarge, Northeast Petroleum and Petroleum<br />
Heat and Power. We were able <strong>to</strong> secure the full cost of health and<br />
welfare, pensions and solid wage increases for our members.<br />
<strong>Current</strong>ly I am in bargaining with TD Bank Garden, Coan Oil Driver<br />
and Service, Heating Oil Partners Drivers and Service, Needham Oil Drivers<br />
and Service, and Aggregate Industry Redi-Mix Division.<br />
We struck the Rigging Companies (Shaughnessy, Marr, OB Hill, Glancy<br />
and APM) on April 1 and I am pleased <strong>to</strong> report that the outcome was successful<br />
with a strong contract for our members in that industry. Thank you<br />
<strong>to</strong> all of the stewards on the negotiating committee, the members, officers<br />
and agents who all s<strong>to</strong>od strong during this work s<strong>to</strong>ppage.<br />
In closing, thank you <strong>to</strong> all members who volunteered <strong>to</strong> help form a<br />
“human shield” at the services of those who were so tragically killed by<br />
despicable animals. <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> always does the right thing. You truly are<br />
Teamster Strong.<br />
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Name Company Times/Gallons Name Company Times/Gallons<br />
Blood Bank<br />
Bill Asaro, Jr. Catalano Bros. 22 2.75<br />
Robert Bradley N.E. Theatrical 8 1<br />
Larry Brewer Manfi Leasing/S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Bob Burns Retired 102 12.75<br />
A. Cabral General Public 2 0.<strong>25</strong><br />
Bill Campbell Waldo Bros. 14 1.75<br />
Dan Carmody Manfi Leasing/S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop 5 0.6<strong>25</strong><br />
William Chambers General Public 21 2.6<strong>25</strong><br />
John Cooper Manfi Leasing/S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Kris Crawford YRC, Inc. 24 3<br />
Sara Dal<strong>to</strong>n General Public 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Mil<strong>to</strong>n DaSilva General Public 3 0.375<br />
Juliane DeOliveria General Public 3 0.375<br />
Nicholas DiPlatz General Public 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Joe Distasio Retired 68 8.5<br />
Stephen S. Drago UPS 63 7.875<br />
Jessica Drago General Public 6 0.75<br />
John Drapaniotis N. E. Theatrical 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Thomas D. Farnkoff Retired 56 7<br />
An<strong>to</strong>nette Fernandez General Public 16 2<br />
Kathy Flanagan General Public 6 0.75<br />
Caredwen H. Foley General Public 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
John Fusi General Public 2 0.<strong>25</strong><br />
David Gartland Manfi Leasing/S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop 56 7<br />
Kathy Goodwin UPS- South Bos<strong>to</strong>n 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Paige Goodwin General Public 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Steven Goodwin General Public 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Natalie Griffith General Public 4 0.5<br />
Tracy Hanbury General Public 3 0.375<br />
John W. Hannon Retired 80 10<br />
Charles Harkins Retired 4 0.5<br />
Bob Harty Retired 53 6.6<strong>25</strong><br />
Mark Heinold General Public 2 0.<strong>25</strong><br />
Meagan Heinold General Public 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Doug Henry Retired 68 8.5<br />
Kathy Hickey UPS- Chelmsford 18 2.<strong>25</strong><br />
Kirk Hlavka General Public 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Kristen Humbeck General Public 13 1.6<strong>25</strong><br />
Cheryl January General Public 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Sarah Jung General Public 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Dan Kakleas New Penn Mo<strong>to</strong>r Express 52 6.5<br />
Bill Kelley Retired 42 5.<strong>25</strong><br />
Gregory Kerwood UPS-Somerville 30 3.75<br />
Michael Kimball Retired <strong>25</strong> 3.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Paul Kirby Retired 36 4.5<br />
Bill Kuthner General Public 21 2.6<strong>25</strong><br />
Paul Lacey YRC, Inc. 7 0.875<br />
Joseph P. Lally General Public 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Rob Lee Manfi Leasing/S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Brian MacLeod Shaughnessey & Ahern 22 2.75<br />
Ron Mahoney Retired 75 9.375<br />
Paul Mannix Joint Venture 8 1<br />
Tom Mari V.P./Business Agent <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> 34 4.<strong>25</strong><br />
Frederick Marvel General Public 2 0.<strong>25</strong><br />
Kara Mazzotta General Public 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Bob McAllister Manfi Leasing/S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop 131 16.375<br />
Tom McGarty N.E. Theatrical 16 2<br />
Mike McGrath Retired 58 7.<strong>25</strong><br />
Richard McMurty UPS-Norwood 34 4.<strong>25</strong><br />
Robert Monteforte UPS Somerville 0<br />
Ronnie Moran Retired 161 20.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Mike Morrissey DHL 23 2.875<br />
Patrick Morrissey Shaughnessy & Ahern 4 0.5<br />
Tom Moskaluk Arling<strong>to</strong>n Coal & Lumber 20 2.5<br />
John J. Murphy Retired 188 23.5<br />
Tommy Nasson Retired 114 14.<strong>25</strong><br />
Roger Newcomb, Jr. M.S. Walker 13 1.6<strong>25</strong><br />
John O'Connor Admiral Metals <strong>25</strong> 3.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Dan Ottavian YRC, Inc. 10 1.<strong>25</strong><br />
Michael Pagliaro New Penn Mo<strong>to</strong>r Express 96 12<br />
Peter Pappas Retired 12 1.5<br />
Joe Peluso Atlas Glenmor 49 6.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Eddie Petit, Jr. Retired 35 4.375<br />
Keith Pierce General Public 5 0.6<strong>25</strong><br />
Ed Porter Manfi Leasing/S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop 13 1.6<strong>25</strong><br />
Christine Quinn General Public 6 0.75<br />
John Quinn General Public 7 0.875<br />
Ricardo Rafols General Public 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Ron Raymond UPS Chelmsford 55 6.875<br />
Liana Reza General Public 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Chris Ross UPS 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Joe Sai Trade Show Division 3 0.375<br />
Paul Sharpe Retired 107 13.375<br />
T. Eddie Sheehan Retired 16 2<br />
Stan Sicinski Northeast Electrical 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Rosemary Silva General Public 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Dan Splaine Retired 145 18.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Lisa Strawbridge General Public 6 0.75<br />
Dan Sullivan Retired 17 2.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Janet Sullivan General Public 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Patrick Sullivan General Public 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Fred Sutera General Public 68 8.5<br />
Tyler Thompson General Public 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Annabelle Torino General Public 30 3.75<br />
Charlie Vaughn Retired 55 6.875<br />
Robyn Venuti General Public 5 0.6<strong>25</strong><br />
Jack Ward Retired 130 16.<strong>25</strong><br />
Jim Williams Manfi Leasing/S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop 66 8.<strong>25</strong><br />
Erin Wortman City of Woburn 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
Shaun Wortman Jack Cooper Transport 1 0.1<strong>25</strong><br />
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ASSESSOR ANALYST • ASSESSOR SYSTEMS MANAGER • ASSISTANT ASSESSOR/APPRAISER • BUILDIN<br />
COUNCIL ON AGING OUTREACH WORKER<br />
• DATA COLLECTOR • DEPUTY TREASURER/COLLECTOR • DIRE<br />
OB<br />
CITY<br />
OF<br />
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––<br />
PLANNING DIRECTOR • PURCHASING AGENT • RECREATION DIRECTOR • SENIOR APPRAISER • SENIOR<br />
Erin Wortman, assistant planner<br />
Since 2007, <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> has represented 22 department<br />
heads and assistants that are employees with the city<br />
of Woburn. The city, with a population of 38,000<br />
residents, is located 10 miles northwest of Bos<strong>to</strong>n and sits<br />
on the edge of two major highways.<br />
The members were vic<strong>to</strong>rious after a contentious battle<br />
<strong>to</strong> organize with then-Mayor Thomas McLaughlin<br />
nearly six years ago. <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> prevailed in a Massachusetts<br />
Labor Commission election and hammered out a contract,<br />
which we are still very proud of <strong>to</strong> this day.<br />
“It was more of a fight <strong>to</strong> organize than we thought it<br />
was going <strong>to</strong> be, but we stuck <strong>to</strong>gether and made sure it<br />
happened,” said <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> Trustee Joan Corey, who works<br />
in the Assessor’s Office at City Hall.<br />
Andy Creen, chief assessor<br />
Lauretta Donnigan, assessors office<br />
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G COMMISSIONER • CHIEF APPRAISER • CITY ENGINEER • CONSERVATION ADMINISTRATOR<br />
CTOR OF COUNCIL ON AGING • HEALTH AGENT • PARK SUPERINTENDENT • PLANNER/GRANT WRITER<br />
URN<br />
ENGINEER • TREASURER/COLLECTOR • VETERAN'S AGENT • WELLNESS COORDINATOR—RECREATION<br />
––––––– Meet the <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> Members that Help <strong>to</strong> keep Woburn Running<br />
Ed Tarello, planner<br />
Tim Donovan, treasurer/collec<strong>to</strong>r<br />
Alex Dizio, assistant collec<strong>to</strong>r<br />
John McDonough, residential appraiser<br />
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<strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> member stands strong.<br />
Members provide a human shield in Medford for the service of Krystle Campbell.<br />
<strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> Provides Human Shield at Funerals,<br />
Members Donate Blood for Victims<br />
TEAMSTER<br />
STRONG<br />
As the nation, state and our membership tried<br />
<strong>to</strong> move forward in the aftermath of the<br />
marathon bombings April 15, less than one<br />
week later <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> members stepped in<strong>to</strong><br />
action <strong>to</strong> block a Kansas Baptist church from<br />
protesting the funerals and memorial services<br />
of two of the victims.<br />
“We had just ended our monthly<br />
meeting, when I got a call for help from a<br />
group of concerned citizens worried the<br />
Westboro Baptist Church would disrupt<br />
the funeral of Krystle Campbell. This<br />
family had been through so much<br />
already, the last thing they needed was<br />
drama as they laid their daughter <strong>to</strong> rest,”<br />
<strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> President Sean M. O’Brien said.<br />
“With just hours <strong>to</strong> organize we<br />
jumped in<strong>to</strong> action,” O’Brien said. “We<br />
used social media, email and good old<br />
fashioned phone calls <strong>to</strong> get the word<br />
out. Agents and officers contacted members.<br />
Nothing was going <strong>to</strong> s<strong>to</strong>p us from<br />
blocking this hate group the next day.”<br />
The next morning, <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> members<br />
began showing up in droves <strong>to</strong><br />
High Street in Medford <strong>to</strong> form a<br />
human shield at St. Joseph’s Church.<br />
We were joined by community members<br />
that knew Krystle and strangers<br />
outraged that a church would publicly<br />
protest a funeral.<br />
“The human shield was 1,000 strong<br />
with <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> members and proud Americans<br />
united in a mission <strong>to</strong> let the Campbell<br />
family grieve in peace. It was an<br />
amazing show of strength,” O’Brien said.<br />
The church <strong>to</strong>ok <strong>to</strong> Twitter <strong>to</strong> say<br />
that they were in the crowd. We never<br />
saw or heard them.<br />
<strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> members were out in force<br />
two days later <strong>to</strong> show their respect for<br />
MIT Officer Sean Collier, who was killed<br />
by one of the bombing suspects on the<br />
campus of MIT. The memorial service was<br />
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Members lock arms in show of support in Cambridge at the service for Officer Sean Collier.<br />
L <strong>to</strong> R: Gaetano Macaluso (S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop),<br />
Doug Francey (APM) and Diego Valle<br />
Vasquez (Revere High School senior).<br />
attended by Vice President Joe Biden and<br />
thousands of law enforcement members.<br />
“I'm a retired military man, and in my<br />
time in uniform, I've seen, and have participated<br />
in some pretty impressive gatherings<br />
of ‘command presence.’ But when<br />
those 18-wheelers pulled up in front of<br />
that church on Monday morning, that was<br />
a statement, <strong>to</strong> say the least. I was proud <strong>to</strong><br />
be part of that crowd and <strong>to</strong> stand among<br />
your team members. I was reminded, and<br />
I think everyone there was, especially the<br />
family and friends of Krystle on the other<br />
side of the street, that no cowardly act of<br />
terrorism will ever break the American<br />
spirit, that no people can hold Bos<strong>to</strong>n<br />
down,” Bill from Bos<strong>to</strong>n wrote in a letter<br />
<strong>to</strong> President O’Brien.<br />
Blood Bank Nets 132 Pints of Blood<br />
Following Bos<strong>to</strong>n’s marathon bombing,<br />
area hospitals were flooded with people<br />
wanting <strong>to</strong> donate blood. It’s among our<br />
first impulses when disaster strikes: the<br />
rush <strong>to</strong> donate blood. Truth is the best<br />
time <strong>to</strong> donate blood is weeks or months<br />
after a disaster. <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> members and the<br />
Charles<strong>to</strong>wn community did their part,<br />
donating 132 pints of blood at the April 27<br />
blood bank at the union hall. The American<br />
Red Cross set up additional beds and<br />
registration areas and all donors were<br />
given “Bos<strong>to</strong>n Strong” stickers.<br />
“Giving blood is free and only takes a<br />
few minutes but could help <strong>to</strong> save a life,”<br />
said Retiree Chapter president Joe Conti,<br />
who helped organize the event. “Thank<br />
you <strong>to</strong> all of the volunteers who helped <strong>to</strong><br />
make this event successful.”<br />
‘Bos<strong>to</strong>n Strong’ Shirts<br />
To help aid the victims of the marathon<br />
bombings we have produced shirts with<br />
the <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> logo and “Bos<strong>to</strong>n Strong”<br />
across the back. The dry wick shirts cost<br />
$20 and $10 from each shirt sold will go <strong>to</strong><br />
the One Fund, the official fundraising<br />
charity of the state. Shirts are available at<br />
the union hall.<br />
Helping Your Family Cope<br />
After A Disaster<br />
Tragic events like the marathon bombing<br />
can be difficult for children and teens.<br />
Symp<strong>to</strong>ms <strong>to</strong> look for with your child<br />
include trouble sleeping, s<strong>to</strong>mach aches<br />
and headaches, trying <strong>to</strong> stay home from<br />
school and isolation from friends, being<br />
easily startled by sights and sounds, and<br />
showing aggression. Turn the TV off<br />
when your children are present so that<br />
they don’t have <strong>to</strong> relive the tragedy over<br />
and over. If your child is experiencing<br />
any of these symp<strong>to</strong>ms, <strong>Teamsters</strong>Care<br />
services are a resource for you and your<br />
family. You can reach them at 1-800-<br />
851-8326 and they can help. And if they<br />
can’t help you, they will point you in the<br />
right direction.<br />
TEAMSTERS LOCAL <strong>25</strong> REMAINS BOSTON STRONG
Name Company Type Effective Date<br />
Pensioners<br />
John C. Bonn Bird Inc/Northeast Roofing Div. Statu<strong>to</strong>ry Pension 12/2012<br />
William F. Brown Jr. S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop Supermarket Co. Statu<strong>to</strong>ry Pension 12/2012<br />
Manuel P. Cunha Costa Fruit & Produce Co. Disability Pension 11/2012<br />
Albert L. Howsen Jr. Manfi Leasing Corp. Disability Pension 12/2012<br />
Henry E. Mika Signature Flight Support Statu<strong>to</strong>ry Pension 12/2012<br />
Grady L. Nelson III Bos<strong>to</strong>n Beverage Corp. Statu<strong>to</strong>ry Pension 11/2012<br />
Richmond M. Perkins Admiral Metals Servicenter Co. Regular Pension 10/2012<br />
Robert C. Tourkan<strong>to</strong>nis C. Gilman & Sons Inc. Regular Pension 12/2012<br />
Kenneth A. Twigg Manfing Leasing Corp. Regular Pension 11/2012<br />
Guido Ber<strong>to</strong>ldi United Parcel Serv. Inc. Early Retirement Pension 01/2013<br />
Michael F. Brennan Petroleum Heat & Power Co. Inc. Regular Pension 12/2012<br />
Ronald H. Crowe United Parcel Serv. Inc. Early Retirement Pension 01/2013<br />
George T. Downs S. S. Pierce/Div Kraft Inc. Statu<strong>to</strong>ry Pension 01/2013<br />
William M. Fraser Hop Energy, L.L.C. Disability Pension 01/2013<br />
Gerald T. Godin Petroleum Heat & Power Co. Inc. Disability Pension 01/2013<br />
Robert P. Gugliotta Manfi Leasing Corp. Early Retirement Pension 01/2013<br />
John L. Hart United Parcel Serv. Inc. Early Retirement Pension 01/2013<br />
James F. Holmes Petroleum Heat & Power Co. Inc. Disability Pension 12/2012<br />
William L. Lynch Aggregate Industries Statu<strong>to</strong>ry Pension 09/2012<br />
Richard A. Macklin United Parcel Serv. Inc. Statu<strong>to</strong>ry Pension 11/2012<br />
Donald Miner James Ferrera & Sons Inc. Statu<strong>to</strong>ry Pension 11/2012<br />
Terry D. Richardson Manfi Leasing Corp. II Statu<strong>to</strong>ry Pension 01/2013<br />
Glenn P. Shenloogian Catalano Brothers Inc. Regular Pension 01/2013<br />
George E. Sterling Jr. Waltham Lime & Cement Co. Inc. Regular Pension 01/2013<br />
Gerald F. Tehan Browning-Ferris Ind. Inc. Disability Pension 12/2012<br />
Adam Tominsky Mil<strong>to</strong>n Cat Statu<strong>to</strong>ry Pension 01/2013<br />
Brian Michael Trainor United Parcel Serv. Inc. Year Special Service Plan C 12/2012<br />
James J. White Manfi Leasing Corp. Special Service Plan D 01/2013<br />
Edward J. Arone United Parcel Service, Inc. Statu<strong>to</strong>ry Pension 01/2013<br />
Thomas H. Blanchard New Penn Mo<strong>to</strong>r Express, Inc. Statu<strong>to</strong>ry Pension 01/2013<br />
Duane R. Derosier United Parcel Service, Inc. Thirty Year Full Service 01/2013<br />
Timothy F. Follis Lowell Brothers & Bailey Company Disability Pension 01/2013<br />
Richard A. Griffin HOP Energy, LLC Regular Pension 12/2012<br />
Katherine M. Gunning United Parcel Service ,Inc. Statu<strong>to</strong>ry Pension 02/2013<br />
Gregory S. Jean United Parcel Service ,Inc. Early Retirement Pension 01/2013<br />
Chandler T. Johnson United Parcel Service ,Inc. Statu<strong>to</strong>ry Pension 12/2012<br />
Kenzel F. Kelly Global Companies, LLC Regular Pension 02/2013<br />
Gary M. Kenney S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop Supermarket Co. Special Service Plan D 01/2013<br />
John R. King United Parcel Service ,Inc. Regular Pension 02/2013<br />
Jeanne A. Milinazzo United Parcel Service ,Inc. Early Retirement Pension 01/2013<br />
Paul E. Morris United Parcel Service ,Inc. Regular Pension 01/2013<br />
David A. Pietroforte <strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> Year Special Service Plan C 02/2013<br />
Robert M. Pingree DHL Express (USA Inc.) Disability Pension 02/2013<br />
Mario F. Presterone Special Movie Shows Regular Pension 02/2013<br />
Benedict Rabuffetti Eastern Metal Mill Product Co. Statu<strong>to</strong>ry Pension 02/2013<br />
Daniel Sullivan DHL Express (USA Inc.) Disability Pension 02/2013<br />
John P. Warwick United Parcel Service ,Inc. Regular Pension 02/2013<br />
Robert L. Wilson S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop Supermarket Co. Regular Pension 02/2013<br />
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In Memoriam<br />
Name Company Name Company<br />
Charles W. Adams, III Allied Waste<br />
Richard F. Lepore<br />
Monarch Foods<br />
Vi<strong>to</strong> A. Auciello<br />
Old Colony Trans. Co., Inc.<br />
Katherine E. Long <strong>Teamsters</strong>Care<br />
Leo A. Balboni<br />
Signal Delivery Service<br />
Melvin D. MacWhinnie Johnson Mo<strong>to</strong>r Lines<br />
Ronald D. Barker<br />
Allied Systems<br />
Anthony Manfrate, Sr. Purity Supreme<br />
Arthur E. Blaney<br />
Casey & Son<br />
Sidney I. Marcus<br />
Ultramar Petroleum<br />
Quan Blue<br />
The S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop Supermarket Co.<br />
Jeffrey McKenna<br />
Ax<strong>to</strong>n-Cross Company<br />
Michael S. Bonasoro Catalano Brothers<br />
William E. McLean DiSilva Trans., Inc.<br />
Robert C. Breau<br />
N.E. Theatrical<br />
Peter J. Meli<strong>to</strong><br />
S.S. Pierce<br />
William Brock<br />
Atlas Paper Company<br />
Joseph Milano<br />
Bird, Inc.<br />
Harold T. Brown<br />
Purity Supreme<br />
Daniel L. Muccioli Ingalls Cronin Company<br />
Louis J. Caccia<br />
Westwood Cartage, Inc.<br />
William F. Mullaney Coastal, Inc.<br />
Jeannette I. Carnathan Everett Industries<br />
James J. Mulligan, Sr. Star Market<br />
Alfred P. Charbonier PIE Nationwide<br />
Francis X. Neagle<br />
APA Transport Corp.<br />
Henry A. Crawford, Jr. APA Transport<br />
John D. O'Byrne<br />
J.P. Foodservice<br />
Maureen J. Darling Central Artery Tunnel Project<br />
Izaak Pariury<br />
YRC<br />
Larry Lloyd Davis<br />
Charles Gilman & Sons<br />
Domenic Paste<br />
Foster Masonry<br />
Paul R. DeGrassie<br />
Bos<strong>to</strong>n Sand & Gravel<br />
Manuel Paulino<br />
Yellow Freight<br />
Peter DeRuosi<br />
Delivery Corp.<br />
John T. Payne<br />
Consolidated Freightways<br />
John M. Dolbeare<br />
Banfield & Associates<br />
Matteo Plagenza<br />
Harvey Industries, Inc.<br />
Bernard L. Donohue Concept Convention<br />
William A. Pothier S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop Supermarket Company<br />
Charles P. Dunn, Jr. Tech Weld Corporation<br />
Michael Puzzo<br />
Allied Waste<br />
Emmanuel V. Emmanuel Veterans Transportation, LLC<br />
Charles E. Ray<br />
Akers Mo<strong>to</strong>r Lines<br />
John Thomas Federici Emery Worldwide<br />
John B. Renner<br />
W.J. Hill, Inc.<br />
Daniel F. Filippone Aggregate Industries<br />
Edward A. Reny, Jr. John Cerasuolo Co., Inc.<br />
Arthur J. Forster<br />
Casey & Hayes<br />
Emette M. Rocheleau Tech Weld Corporation<br />
Vincent J. Freitas<br />
Purity Supreme<br />
James J. Ryan<br />
Highway Express<br />
John Gallasso<br />
Halls Mo<strong>to</strong>r Express<br />
Richard O. Schultz Brockway-Smith<br />
Wallace B. Green<br />
Freeman Decorating<br />
Robert J. Sharron<br />
Allied Systems<br />
Paul B. Gulino<br />
P. Tavilla, Co., Inc.<br />
Max Simen<br />
American Consolidating Co.<br />
Bruce Hamil<strong>to</strong>n<br />
Hill Trucking<br />
Merritt W. Skidmore, Jr. Freeman Decorating<br />
Bernard Hamm<br />
The S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop Supermarket Company Joseph S. Stemporzewski United Parcel Service, Inc.<br />
Edward C. Harlow Star Market<br />
David E. Svenson<br />
United Parcel Service, Inc.<br />
Edward F. Hoey, Jr. Laidlaw<br />
Herbert J. Thibault Bos<strong>to</strong>n Sand & Gravel<br />
John B. Intravaia<br />
Community Suffolk<br />
Richard S. Thistle<br />
S.W. Thistle Co.<br />
Moses Kariuki<br />
Veterans Transportation, LLC<br />
George J. Tzimorangas Jordan Marsh<br />
Philip J. Lafauci<br />
First National S<strong>to</strong>res<br />
Benedict J. Uttaro<br />
New Penn Mo<strong>to</strong>r Express<br />
Albert E. Lanigan<br />
Jordan Marsh<br />
Francis A. Wright<br />
RIS Paper<br />
Michael J. Ledoux W. H. Glancy & Sons, Inc.<br />
Arthur W. Wright, Jr. First Student<br />
Calendar of Events<br />
June 2013<br />
July 2013<br />
June 14<br />
June 16<br />
July 4<br />
July 28<br />
Flag Day<br />
Father's Day<br />
Independence Day<br />
Parents' Day<br />
SAVE<br />
THE<br />
DATE<br />
September 14: <strong>Teamsters</strong> <strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> Annual<br />
Golf Tournament, Windham Country Club<br />
September 28: Blood Bank 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.<br />
Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 6: Autism Speaks Greater Bos<strong>to</strong>n Walk<br />
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Retiree<br />
Chapter News<br />
<strong>25</strong><br />
<strong>Teamsters</strong><br />
<strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong><br />
Retiree Chapter<br />
Joe Conti<br />
President<br />
Retiree News<br />
The Retirees Chapter member’s breakfast meeting<br />
was held April 10 at the Irish American. President<br />
Joe Conti opened the meeting with leading members<br />
in the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of<br />
silence followed by a reading of the names of<br />
those members who have passed since January.<br />
Herb Andrews began the first order of business<br />
by reading the Treasurer’s Report, which was<br />
then accepted and seconded by Jack Chambers<br />
and Mike McGrath.<br />
Unfortunately, President Sean O’Brien was unable<br />
<strong>to</strong> attend since he was out of state in negotiations.<br />
The special guest this meeting was Pamela<br />
Santin from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.<br />
Santin spoke about the dangers of sun damage<br />
and skin cancer. With the summer months<br />
coming and people spending more time outside,<br />
it is more important than ever <strong>to</strong> always wear a<br />
high SPF sunscreen along with sunglasses when<br />
out. Members were able <strong>to</strong> participate in a sun<br />
screening that was administered by a BCBS nurse,<br />
Dr. Carol Blanchard, and Jamie Wyle from BCBS.<br />
Following the screenings, the presenters <strong>to</strong>ok<br />
questions from the crowd.<br />
Conti reminded members about the day at the<br />
races. Retirees will head <strong>to</strong> Suffolk Downs on June<br />
10 for a fun “<strong>Teamsters</strong> Day at the Races.” Attendees<br />
will enjoy lunch followed by the horse races.<br />
Conti thanked all those who attended the<br />
Chuck Durfee<br />
Secretary-Treasurer<br />
John "Johnny B"<br />
Buonaugurio<br />
Vice President<br />
L <strong>to</strong> R: John Bradley, leasing manager, Olsen Cadillac, Joe and Judy Conti.<br />
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<strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> Autism Gala. This year was a huge success,<br />
raising nearly $600,000.<br />
Billy Grubbs and Joe Evans handled the 50/50<br />
raffle and door prizes were won by Mike<br />
McGrath, Jim Torpey, Jerry Twombly and Frank<br />
Pagliaro. Joe MacDonald won the clock.<br />
Conti closed the meeting by thanking our<br />
caterer, Sorelli, and thanking the following members<br />
for serving breakfast: Frank Pagliaro, Denny<br />
Keane, Tom Nasson, Bob Ricciardi, Paul Sharpe,<br />
Denis Keane, Peddy Perperian, Paul Amoroso,<br />
Helio Leal and Dave Dolaher.<br />
President Conti thanked the rank-and-file for<br />
coming <strong>to</strong> the breakfast meeting.<br />
Retirees, join us for our next breakfast on<br />
Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 10!<br />
WELCOME ABOARD!<br />
John Flynn<br />
Coastal Fruit<br />
Gary Hassan<br />
UPS<br />
Ray Ruggiero<br />
Esses Leasing<br />
Robert Tourkan<strong>to</strong>nis<br />
<strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong><br />
Charles Gilman<br />
<strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong><br />
Gerald Godin<br />
<strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong><br />
Bill Burpee<br />
Recording-Secretary<br />
Kevin Lally<br />
Trustee<br />
John Galeota<br />
Atlas Glen-Mor<br />
James J. Crowell<br />
New Penn<br />
Michael F. Agustynowicz<br />
Manfi - S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop<br />
Herb Andrews<br />
Trustee<br />
Robert Gugliota<br />
Manfi – S<strong>to</strong>p & Shop<br />
Louis Mailette (retiree).<br />
John Dirienzo<br />
DHL<br />
Dan Splaine<br />
Trustee<br />
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LOCAL <strong>25</strong><br />
AT APRIL 28<br />
AUTISM DAY<br />
<strong>Local</strong> <strong>25</strong> President Sean M. O’Brien, center, helps Autism Speaks kick off Autism<br />
Awareness day at Fenway Park on April 28. The Red Sox and Major League Baseball<br />
<strong>to</strong>ok part throughout April, providing quiet zones, discounted tickets, and special<br />
opportunities for a safe, friendly environment for families and individuals affected<br />
by autism. Pictured with O’Brien are (L <strong>to</strong> R): Liz Feld, president of Autism Speaks;<br />
Larry Cancro, Senior Vice President, Fenway Affairs; Russ Kenn, state direc<strong>to</strong>r of<br />
Autism Speaks; and the University of Maine Mascot “Bananas.”